2010 Kia Borrego vs. 2009 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2010 Kia Borrego is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Kia Picanto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Picanto would be higher. At 3,777 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Borrego (272 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2009 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Picanto.
Because 2010 Kia Borrego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Picanto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Borrego will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Kia Borrego (267 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Picanto. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Kia Borrego | 2009 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Kia | Kia |
| Model | Borrego | Picanto |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3777 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 267 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1600 mm |
